A paramecium reproduces by dividing into two daughter cells. Which statement is true of the daughter cells?
A) They are genetically similar to the parent cell.
B) They are genetically identical to the parent cell.
C) They are genetically different to the parent cell.
The correct answer of this question is option B. The daughter cells are genetically identical to the parent cell. This type of reproduction is asexual because there was no exchange of genetic information. It first elongates and then splits into two.
